Ultimate Prime Rib Recipe: Chef John's Foolproof Method

Ingredients

• 1 (4 pound) prime rib roast
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
• kosher salt to taste

Instructions

1. Gather all necessary ingredients. Place the prime rib roast on a plate and allow it to reach room temperature, approximately 2 to 4 hours. For optimal results and even internal temperature, allowing 6 hours is recommended. Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, freshly ground black pepper, and herbes de Provence until thoroughly mixed. Generously spread this mixture evenly over the entire surface of the roast. Season liberally with kosher salt to enhance the flavor.
3. Place the 4-pound roast into the preheated oven and roast for precisely 20 minutes. If your roast weighs more or less than 4 pounds, calculate the roasting time by multiplying the exact weight of the roast by 5 minutes.
4. After the initial roasting time, turn off the oven completely, but crucially, do not open the oven door. Leave the roast undisturbed inside the oven for a duration of 2 hours. It is essential that the door remains closed throughout this period; the trapped heat will ensure the meat cooks perfectly to the desired doneness.
5. Carefully remove the roast from the oven. Allow it to rest briefly before slicing and serving to your guests. Enjoy your perfectly cooked prime rib!

Nutrition

• Calories: 1757 kcal
• Fat Content: 161 g
• Fiber Content: 0 g
• Sodium Content: 343 mg
• Protein Content: 73 g
• Cholesterol Content: 362 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 1 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 70 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g